mercury

noun
UK: /ˈmɜː.kjʊ.ri/
US: /ˈmɝː.kjɚ.ri/

  1. A heavy, silver-colored liquid metal used in thermometers and some electrical equipment.

    1. The thermometer contains mercury. [ ] [ ]
    2. Industrial processes can release mercury into the environment, posing health risks. [ ] [ ]

  2. The planet nearest the Sun in our solar system.

    1. Mercury is a very hot planet. [ ] [ ]
    2. Scientists study Mercury to understand more about the formation of planets. [ ] [ ]

  3. The Roman god who was the messenger of the gods, known for his speed and eloquence.

    1. The statue depicts Mercury with winged sandals. [ ] [ ]
    2. In mythology, Mercury was revered for his swiftness and communication skills. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

quicksilver

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "mercury" in English means: A heavy, silver-colored liquid metal used in thermometers and some electrical equipment., The planet nearest the Sun in our solar system., The Roman god who was the messenger of the gods, known for his speed and eloquence..

The phonetic transcription of "mercury" is /ˈmɜː.kjʊ.ri/ in British English and /ˈmɝː.kjɚ.ri/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "mercury": quicksilver.

Example usage of "mercury": "The thermometer contains mercury.". More examples on the page.